/ ˈplʊərəlɪzəm; NAmE ˈplʊr-/ noun [ U ] ( formal )
1.
the existence of many different groups of people in one society, for example people of different races or of different political or religious beliefs :
cultural pluralism
2.
the belief that it is possible and good for different groups of people to live together in peace in one society
3.
(usually disapproving ) the fact of having more than one job or position at the same time, especially in the Church